Baltic amber
Geologic context and extraction of Baltic amber Baltic amber is the largest known deposit of amber in the world. It was produced during the Eocene epoch, but the exact timing...
Glossary
Aventurine
Physical Properties of Aventurine Most common color is green, but can also be orange, brown, yellow, blue, or grey Chrome-bearing fuchsite gives a silvery green or blue sheen Oranges and...
Art jewelry
Terminology and Concepts Art jewelry is also referred to as contemporary, studio, art, research, design, or author jewelry. Studio jewelry is created by independent artists in small, private studios. Avant-garde...
Argyle diamond mine
Description and Location The Argyle diamond mine covered about 50ha (124 acres) in a linear shape and reached a depth of 600m (1,970ft) at its deepest point. The mine originally...
Argentium sterling silver
Origins and Development of Argentium Silver Argentium silver is the result of research conducted at the Art and Design Research Institute (ADRI), School of Art & Design, Middlesex University. The...
Aquamarine (gem)
Name and Etymology The name 'aquamarine' comes from the Latin word 'aqua' meaning water, and 'marine' meaning of the sea. The word 'aquamarine' was first used in the year 1677....
Antwerp diamond district
Location and Surroundings Adjacent to the Central Station (Antwerp Centraal) A few minutes walk to Meir, Antwerp's main shopping street The Antwerp Zoo is nearby Numerous restaurants, bars, and cafes...